The Light Of Home : Kessinger Publishing : 9781120898203 : 112089820X : 29 Jan 2010 : The Light of Home: A Christmas Story is a heartwarming tale written by John Brougham in 1868. The story revolves around a family who lives in a small village in England. The family is struggling to make ends meet, and the father is forced to work long hours at the local factory to provide for his family.As Christmas approaches, the family's youngest daughter, Lucy, becomes increasingly excited about the holiday season. She dreams of having a beautiful Christmas tree and receiving presents from Santa Claus. However, her parents cannot afford to buy her any gifts, let alone a tree.One night, Lucy's father comes home with a surprise. He has managed to save enough money to buy a Christmas tree for his family. The family is overjoyed, and Lucy is thrilled that her Christmas wish has come true.As the family decorates the tree, they realize that the true meaning of Christmas is not about receiving gifts but